About Michael Clarke

Australian cricketer Michael Clarke has an estimated net worth of $16 million. He currently serves as the captain of the cricket team of Australia, both for ODI and test cricket.

Michael John Clarke was born on April 2, 1981 in Liverpool, New South Wales,Australia. Since May 15, 2012, he has been married to presenter and model, Kyly Clarke.

In October 2004, Clarke had his test debut in Bangladore against Australia. He scored 151 which significantly helped Australia to its victory. When he returned to his mother country, he had his home test against New Zealand, which he also succeeded. This made him as one of the few cricketers who have won their test debuts both away and at home.

He has also helped the Australian team to won the Cricket World Cup in 2007. In April 2012, he became the vice captain of the Australian team, and upon the retirement of Ricky Ponting, he began taking over the team’s captaincy.